"Letter Viking" is a system that lets you choose 10 sheets of your favorite stationery and 3 envelopes from a wide variety of options to create your very own letter set.

There’s a truly wide variety of stationery and envelopes on display—including those with vertical writing, horizontal writing, and no lines.
The designs range from those with a traditional Japanese atmosphere typical of Kyoto to cute ones featuring illustrations of food.
The time spent choosing a gift—wondering, “Will this suit the person I want to give it to?” or “Maybe I’ll keep this for myself”—is truly a moment of pure bliss.
You're sure to find your favorite combination.

There is just one thing to keep in mind.
The point is that the envelope contains items that are sold individually for 110 yen (tax included).
Although the envelope wasn't included in the Letter Viking set price, I was so drawn to its design that I ended up buying it separately.
However, coming across an item that makes you fall in love at first sight is part of the real appeal of this experience.

The total cost of the purchase was 715 yen (including tax).
The breakdown is as follows: a 10-sheet set of Letter Viking stationery for 385 yen, a 3-envelope set for 220 yen, and a single envelope for 110 yen.
I’m overcome with joy at having spent such a meaningful time for less than 1,000 yen.

They handed me the item I had purchased, wrapped in wrapping paper bearing the [Kyoto Kyoikudo] logo.
The next time I feel like writing a letter to someone, I’ll definitely come back here.

Actually, [Kyoto Kyokudo] has another store right across the street from the building where the “Letter Buffet” is held.

It was bustling with tourists, and the space was filled with a wide variety of cute little items—such as paper boxes, sticky notes, and incense—making it a joy just to look around.

The "Letter Buffet" at [Kyoto Kyokudo] was an incredibly luxurious experience that allowed me to connect with my own sensibilities, all for under 1,000 yen.
When you’re caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you rarely have the chance to take your time and really appreciate the design and texture of paper before making a choice.
However, I realized that it is precisely that “time spent choosing” that enriches my heart.
I slipped my favorite stationery set into my bag and left the streets of Kyoto behind.

Instead of deciding right away who to write to, I’ll take my time thinking about it once I get home—it might be nice to savor that lingering feeling.
When you visit Kyoto, be sure to stop by [Kyoto Kyokudo] to find a special stationery set just for you.